Johnathan Hankins - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Let go by Seattle The Seahawks released Hankins (back) from the reserve/non-football injury list with a non-injury settlement Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Hankins' tenure in Seattle has come to an end after he had been on the non-football injury list since August. The 33-year-old won't be able to return this season, but he will look to get healthy and catch on with another team in time for the start of the 2026 campaign.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle's defense is peaking at the right time as the Seahawks compete for the NFC West title

The Seattle Seahawks are tied for the NFC West lead, and their defense has played a major role in their success

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Updates On Julian Love, Rylie Mills, Johnathan Hankins & More From Seahawks Coach Mike Macdonald Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald gave updates on several Seahawks players who are currently sidelined by injuries.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Seahawks defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins out for season with back injury

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins will miss the remainder of the regular season, coach Mike Macdonald said Wednesday

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return this season Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said Wednesday that Hankins (back) will not return from the reserve/non-football injury list this season, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle repor...

Impact Hankins will spend the remainder of the 2025 campaign on the reserve/NFI list due to the back injury he suffered in August. The 33-year-old veteran re-signed with Seattle on a one-year deal over the offseason, positioning him to hit free agency in 2026.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Week 9 Hankins (back) won't play in Seattle' Week 9 matchup versus the Commanders, Corbin K. Smith of SI.com reports.

Impact Hankins doesn't appear close to returning, as he's still recovering from the back injury that landed him on the reserve/non-football injury list back in August. While there's currently no timetable for his return, once healthy, the 33-year-old should provide additional depth along the defensive line.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers look to build off a promising Week 1 win when they host Seattle in their home opener

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

49ers head to Seattle for season opener against NFC West rival Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks will host the rival San Francisco 49ers in the season opener in an early NFC West matchup

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting season on NFI list Hankins (back) was moved to the reserve/non-football injury list Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Impact Hankins will miss the first four games of the regular season as a result of this move. The veteran defensive tackle saw significant playing time on the interior of Seattle's defensive line last season, accruing 30 tackles (15 solo) in 17 games.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting season on NFI list Hankins (back) was moved to the reserve/non-football injury list Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back injury The Seahawks placed Hankins (back) on the active/non-football injury list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed Wednesday that Hankins was diagnosed with a back injury, but there's optimism that the issue won't keep the veteran sidelined for the long term. Hankins opted to re-sign with the Seahawks in late April after a solid 2024 campaign in which he recorded 30 tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and an interception in 17 regular-season games.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks place NT Johnathan Hankins on the Non-Football Injury list to start training camp Mike Macdonald declares Hankins will be "fine" in the long run

JULY 23, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Returning to Seattle The Seahawks re-signed Hankins to a one-year deal Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Hankins will return to Seattle where he racked up 30 tackles (15 solo), with 1.0 sacks, and an interception across 17 games played during the 2024 campaign. The 2013 second-round pick will likely compete with Byron Murphy (back) for the team's starting nose tackle spot.

APRIL 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Resurgent 2024 campaign Hankins finished the 2024 season with 30 total tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and an interception over 17 games.

Impact Hankins built off of an impressive 2023 campaign with the Cowboys, appearing in all 17 regular-season games with the Seahawks in 2024, snatching his first career interception in the process. The 32-year-old is an unrestricted free agent heading into the offseason and he'll likely sign a one-year deal with his next destination for the fifth straight year.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hawks Live with Johnathan Hankins, Boye Mafe, & More Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 15 vs. Packers at Lumen Field. Today's show: Johnathan Hankins Interview (00:17), Packers Previe...

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Takes down QB in win Hankins recorded a sack in Seattle's 30-18 win over Arizona on Sunday.

Impact The veteran nose tackle has 25 total tackles (12 solo) and an interception in a limited role this season. Hankins played on 15 snaps Sunday, and he has not played on more than 40 in a game all year.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big-Man INT! Johnathan Hankins Brings In Brock Purdy's Deflected Pass Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon deflects San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's pass and defensive tackle Johnathan Han...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

LISTEN: Devon Witherspoon Deflects Pass And Gets Intercepted By Johnathan Hankins Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon deflected a Brock Purdy pass intended for Christian McCaffrey and it get intercepted by defensive line...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Johnathan Hankins Mic'd Up: "I'm Back Home Baby" | 2024 Week 4 at Lions Seahawks defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins was connected to the mic 'for his homecoming game against the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Foot...

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Johnathan Hankins: "We're Going To Bounce Back" Johnathan Hankins, Defensive Tackle for the Seattle Seahawks, discusses the team's defensive performance in a recent game. He points to a la...

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Seahawks DT Johnathan Hankins still making impact 12 seasons into NFL journey RENTON, Wash. - Somewhere along the way, Seattle Seahawks nose tackle Johnathan Hankins morphed from...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Johnathan Hankins Returns Home To Detroit As A Key Piece Of Seahawks Defense Defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins, who is from Detroit, will play a big role in the Seahawks’ Week 4 game against the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Seahawks DT Johnathan Hankins still making impact 12 seasons into NFL journey Veteran defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins will have a homecoming when the Seahawks face Detroit on Monday. Hankins could also see an expan...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Johnathan Hankins: "We're Still Learning Each Other" Seahawks defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins shares insights about his upcoming game and NFL career. He mentions organizing tickets for about...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Johnathan Hankins: "Everything Has Been Amazing" Seahawks defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins met with media following practice on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the team's emphasis on winn...

AUGUST 8, 2024 • SEAHAWKS.COM

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